Can I sue a former employer for defamation?

Unlikely, unless you can show that the employer knew this report to be false when it was made. Your more pressing concern should be what the Board...

Your acknowledgment that you could not pass a drug test is sufficient grounds for termination. All the best in finding your next job.

Non-Compete Agreement?

You need to get your Non-Compete Agreement before a lawyer to review and identify who the new employer may be. Don't proceed without doing this. ...

What can I do if one of the owners of the business but not my direct boss has forbidden me to come to his building,

You can stay out of the building. The owner has an ability to make that decision; your direct supervisor's position is of no consequence. Hope...

Looking for an attorney to understand our legal options and possibly sue for damages.

You will need to get that contract before an attorney of your choosing. Lawyers on AVVO cannot solicit you so it will be up to you to chose one. ...

My store has been shut down because my company does not have the proper specifications. Should I take any legal action?

Nothing illegal about a business being shut down. Sounds like it might be time for you and the others to look for other work. You are entitled to...

Sure can, for any word, including cuz, which I assume you meant because. Hope this sheds some light.

Can I applicate for a jobs with second degree robberies with not weapons?

You can apply for any job with any criminal record. Whether you get the job is another issue and that, of course, will depend on the job being...

You are not entitled to pay unless you are performing work for your employer. Just as an employer can require you to punch out for lunch, it can...

Can you suspend someone for having a complaint about Scheduling. Suspended for two weeks nonetheless?

Employer sure can suspend you for this, it can terminate your employment for this as well. Hope this sheds some light.